Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Bard College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Bard College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Bard College graduates earn $13k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (74 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bard College | $13,221 | — | $10,500* | — |
| Maria College of Albany | $60,857 | $38,220 | —* | — |
| Excelsior University | $50,464 | — | $9,196* | 0.18 |
| Touro University | $30,786 | $37,814 | $10,500* | 0.34 |
| SUNY Westchester Community College | $30,417 | — | $8,764* | 0.29 |
| Hudson Valley Community College | $28,464 | $34,341 | $10,046* | 0.35 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950* | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria College of Albany Albany | $17,680 | $60,857 | — |
| Excelsior University Albany | — | $50,464 | $9,196 |
| Touro University New York | $21,810 | $30,786 | $10,500 |
| SUNY Westchester Community College Valhalla | $5,696 | $30,417 | $8,764 |
| Hudson Valley Community College Troy | $6,694 | $28,464 | $10,046 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Bard College, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 43 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.